5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful story for adults and school age children.

C.M.H. · 27 April 2013

(function() { P.when('cr-A', 'ready').execute(function(A) { if(typeof A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel === 'function') { A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel('review_text_read_more', 'Read more of this review', 'Read less of this review'); } }); })(); .review-text-read-more-expander:focus-visible { outline: 2px solid #2162a1; outline-offset: 2px; border-radius: 5px; } I bought this book as it was referred to in another adult non-fiction work on consumerism. The story Momo has food for thought about consumerism and our obsession with "saving-time". It is an easy read, gentle with a slight menace in places. Young children may enjoy it being read to them, the chapters are generally a good length for breaking the story into episodes. Older children will find the language manageable to read for themselves. Talking about the story afterwards could be interesting and raise discussion about how parents and children use their time, what children really enjoy doing, how play can be satisfying for adults and children. Just reading the book for pleasure is good too!

5.0 out of 5 stars great book with lovely illustrations

M.B. · 7 May 2013

OK I love the illustrator but perhaps a different style might have suited the story better. This is one of those books I buy again and again to give to people. As it was so eloquently put in the song 'Feeling goovey'; 'slow down, you move to fast, you've got to make the moment last.' Life is for living and don't let the grey suited men steal you time as they rush us all to the end of the world. A book that gives a different perspective on life in an eloquently told story, perhaps it will even make people question the world around us, and learn to give a little more.

5.0 out of 5 stars The power of receptive consciousness shall inherit the Earth in wonder and appreciation

B.S. · 7 April 2014

This seems on surface to be a child's fable. It works as a child's fable but communicates profound wisdom as to the nature of time, of a receptivity of being, of identifying and transcending that which wastes time. For time can waste as well as be wasted.The scientific era is largely anti mythic - indeed uses the term myth as if it meant false! - but the story can hold and communicate information of far subtler aspect than linear conceptual definitions, and Michael Ende' willingness to let story serve a reintegration of consciousness extends and invitation to escape from the trap of a disconnected surface mentality rather than to dislocate in escapism.

5.0 out of 5 stars Who has the time these days?

P. · 7 January 2013

In a world where nobody seems to have the time these days, momo gives us a rare glimpse on a better way to live. It is only a short tale but is full of substance. Do not be fooled into thinking this is just a childrens story as adults could learn the most from this. Also there is a really cool tortoise in it

4.0 out of 5 stars Open up and let it in

D. · 16 July 2012

This is quite possibly my favourite book. It's certainly the only book I'll recommend but won't lend for fear of losing it; I buy another copy to give them because I'm that confident that they'll love it!The pleasure of "Momo" for me is more in the story than in the storytelling, although it's possible that a little is lost in translation. While some authors - like Thomas Hardy - offer sumptuous, almost visceral descriptions and others offer arduous levels of detail - Dickens, Tolkein - Ende's style is quite plainly-spoken with neither too much nor too little of anything. This is the only reason I have for withholding a fifth star from my rating, because I personally wish Ende had allowed himself to wax-lyrical every now and then. But this shouldn't put you off, because the story is easily one of the best you'll ever read and it could even change the way you look at life as it did for me. Open yourself to the story and your let your imagination be skilfully and gently guided.In case this makes the book sounds boring for younger readers, let me assure you that I first read this book when I was 11 and loved it then just as much as now.If you enjoy the poetry of Max Ehrmann then you should enjoy this book just as much. If you enjoy this book but have never heard of Max Ehrmann then look him up!

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing message for all of us

S. · 9 July 2009

A wonderful book which expresses all that we suspect about time and material possessions and the little value we give the former (the most precious possesion of all) and the great importance we attach to the latter - why? This book should be compulsory reading. I wish it was enough to set the world to rights and change it forever! I'm not a lover of children's books but this was exceptional. Beautifully written, there is something there for all ages. Read it and pass it on to your friends! That's as long as the time thieves haven't got to them already....

5.0 out of 5 stars Read 'Momo' - it's about time

M.N.A.M. · 23 June 2017

One of my favourite and more thoughtful books of all time, Momo challenges our attitude to time itself. On the surface, a children's book, Ende's classic is a must-read for all who think they simply don't have enough time. Truth is, time is perhaps the only fair resource. We all have 168 hours a week, but Ende's story suggests that others are jealous of this wealth we all share. Neil Gaiman was asked to share three books that changed his life. This wasn't one of them, but it would be one of mine. I'm not as well-known or as influential as Neil Gaiman, but in my opinion you would be doing yourself a great favour to read this treasure.

5.0 out of 5 stars Condition of book

A.C. · 7 December 2023

Book arrived on time as described.

Beautiful little book

D.D. · 15 July 2023

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Good book

J. · 10 February 2024

Book is ok but there are people read this book on youtube.

Must read!

J.D. · 27 May 2025

Bestes Buch aller Zeiten!

wonderful story, especially for young girls

w.w. · 15 November 2012

Momo is a great story and has been a family favorite even though it is virtually impossible to buy in the USA (so I get it in Europe). The story is about a young girl, which is great, as heroines can be hard to find. Ende's fantasies are beautiful. It is a simpler and shorter book than his more famous The Neverending Story, and more manageable for younger readers. Enjoy!

Perspective on life will be changed for the better.

L.G. · 16 September 2016

Every child should read this book. Perspective on life will be changed for the better.